Tools and equipment are part of everyday work at home, on building sites, and in the garden. From simple hand tools to power tools and safety gear, each item is designed to make tasks easier, safer, and more efficient.
Tools and Equipment
List of Tools & Equipment
To keep this lesson easy to learn, here is a focused list of the most common tools and equipment.
Measuring Tools
- Ruler
- Tape measure
- Spirit level
Cutting & Shaping Tools
- Utility knife
- Scissors
- Hand saw
- Hack saw
- Chisel
- File
- Sandpaper
- Scraper
Fastening & Repair Tools
- Hammer
- Screwdriver
- Pliers
- Pincers
- Wrench
- Adjustable wrench
- Pipe wrench
Hardware & Materials
- Nails
- Screws
- Nuts
- Bolt
- Wire
- Rope
- Chain
Painting Tools
- Paintbrush
- Paint roller
- Paint bucket
Garden & Outdoor Tools
- Rake
- Shovel
- Wheelbarrow
- Trowel
- Ax
- Pickaxe
- Ladder
- Stepladder
Power Tools
- Electric drill
- Cordless drill
- Jigsaw
- Chain saw
Safety Equipment
- Hard hat
- Torch
- Toolbox
- Toolbelt
- Plunger
Common Tools
These are basic tools used by hand.
- Hammer – used to hit nails
- Screwdriver – used to turn screws
- Wrench – used to tighten or loosen bolts
- Pliers – used to hold, bend, or pull things
- Hand saw – used to cut wood
Tools & Equipment | Practical Examples & Photos
Hammer
I used a hammer to nail the picture frame to the wall.
Spirit level
Use a spirit level to make sure the shelf is straight.
Toolbox
I keep my tools in a toolbox in the garage.
Pincers
Use pincers to pull a nail out of the wood.
Nails
I bought some nails to fix the loose fence board.
Toolbelt
The worker wears a toolbelt to carry tools while working.
Chipping hammer
A welder uses a chipping hammer to remove slag after welding.
Paintbrush
I used a paintbrush to paint the corners of the room.
Coping saw
Use a coping saw to cut small curves in thin wood.
Ruler
I used a ruler to draw a straight line.
Paint roller
Use a paint roller to paint large walls faster.
Wheelbarrow
I moved the soil with a wheelbarrow.
Sandpaper
Use sandpaper to smooth the wood before painting.
Screws
Use screws to attach the shelf to the wall.
Screwdriver
I used a screwdriver to tighten the screws on the door handle.
Ax
He used an ax to chop firewood.
Rake
I used a rake to gather dry leaves in the yard.
Hand saw
Use a hand saw to cut a small piece of wood.
Bradawl
I used a bradawl to make a small hole before putting in a screw.
Shovel
I used a shovel to dig a hole for the plant.
Paint bucket
He poured the paint into the paint bucket.
Utility knife
I used a utility knife to open the cardboard box.
Chisel
Use a chisel to remove a small piece of wood.
Hack saw
He used a hack saw to cut a metal pipe.
Tape measure
The carpenter uses a tape measure to find the length of the wood.
Ladder
I used a ladder to change the light bulb.
Wrench
I used a wrench to loosen the bolt.
Stepladder
A stepladder is safer than a ladder for small jobs indoors.
Pliers
Use pliers to hold the wire firmly.
Nuts
Nuts and bolts hold the parts together.
Bolt
Tighten the bolt so the chair does not wobble.
Adjustable wrench
An adjustable wrench fits different sizes of nuts and bolts.
Mallet
Use a mallet to tap the wood gently without leaving marks.
Scissors
Can I borrow the scissors to cut this paper?
Plunger
I used a plunger to fix the blocked sink.
Pickaxe
Workers use a pickaxe to break hard ground or rocks.
Washer
Put a washer under the bolt to hold it tightly.
File
Use a file to smooth a rough edge on metal.
Corkscrew
Use a corkscrew to open a bottle.
Pipe wrench
A pipe wrench helps you turn and loosen a metal pipe.
Pocketknife
He used a pocketknife to cut the rope.
Wood plane
A wood plane smooths the surface of wood.
Chain saw
He used a chain saw to cut a thick tree branch.
Scraper
Use a scraper to remove old paint.
Cordless drill
A cordless drill is useful when there is no power outlet nearby.
Electric drill
We need an electric drill to make holes in the wall.
Tester
Use a tester to check if the wire has electricity.
C clamp
Use a C clamp to hold the wood in place while you cut it.
Jigsaw
A jigsaw helps you cut curved lines in wood.
Wire
Use this wire to connect the two pieces together.
Spanner
Spanner is another word for wrench (British English).
Rope
I used rope to tie the boxes securely.
Torch
I used a torch to see in the dark.
Chain
Use a chain to lock the gate.
Hard hat
Wear a hard hat to protect your head on a work site.
Trowel
Use a trowel to plant small flowers.
Last Updated on February 10, 2026
